Register a Norwegian Address Change
Update your residential address with the National Registry to ensure tax and mail records are correct.
This guide is for planning and preparation. Details may change, so verify current requirements with the official sources before applying, paying fees, or submitting documents.
Review and freshness
This guide has a recorded editorial review date. Always verify final requirements, fees, forms, and appointment rules with official sources before applying.
Estimated timeline
Instant online; up to 10 days for processing
Estimated fees
Usually free
Who this is for
Anyone moving within or to Norway.
Location
Norway
Eligibility
Deadline
You must report your move within 8 days of moving.
Required documents checklist
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Visual step flow
Scan the process before you start
Use this overview to understand the order, then track each item in the checklist below.
Log in to Skatteetaten
Access the 'Report a move' service on the Tax Administration website.
Submit details
Enter your new address and the date you moved in.
Post Office update
Separately notify 'Posten' to have your mail forwarded.
Step-by-step instructions
Use this as a working checklist from preparation through submission.
Estimated fees
Registration fee
Updating your address is free.
Before submitting
Avoid rejected applications and wasted trips
Check these practical points before you pay fees, attend appointments, or hand over original documents.
Common mistakes
- Forgetting to update both the National Registry AND the Post Office.
- Not knowing your H-number (apartment number).
- Using a nickname on your mailbox (must match your registered name for Posten).
FAQ
What is an H-number?
A code like H0101 that identifies your specific apartment within a building.
What is BankID?
The primary digital identity tool for secure logins in Norway.
Can I register late?
Yes, but you should do it as soon as possible to avoid missing important government mail.
Source and review
This guide has a recorded editorial review date. Requirements, fees, forms, and timelines can change. Use this guide as preparation support, then verify final details with the official source before submitting anything.